Positive Impacts of Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy In Women

The social connotation of the word "hormones" makes us think about teenage growth spurts, acne, body odor, periods for females, and uncontrollable mood swings. The reality is: testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone all play a major role in regulating many other processes that directly impact our total health and wellness. When hormone levels decrease throughout menopause, or as an outcome of other underlying concerns like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), implications can take a huge toll on your overall health.

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) has been used as a patient-friendly alternative to synthetic hormones for years. While synthetic hormones have dominated the market for the last several decades, research indicates that they also come with a large variety of side effects that can have long-term complications.
What are Bio-Identical Hormones?
The term "bio-identical" refers to patient-friendly versions of testosterone and estrogen that share 98% of their structure with the hormones humans produce naturally. Ultimately, this leads to a much smoother and less-invasive process which provides a better overall experience for the patient. In contrast, the human metabolic systems have a difficult time removing synthetic hormones from the body, which can leave harmful and potentially carcinogenic substances "hanging around" for much longer than intended.
Now that you know what "Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy" means, how do you know if you're a candidate for treatment?
Below we've listed 5 of the most common signs/symptoms that suggest it might be time to get your hormone levels checked.
1. Symptoms of Menopause are Impacting your Day to Day Life
Menopause can cause a variety of symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, unpredictable moods, and even rapid weight gain. With BHRT, your licensed physician can recommend a BHRT plan that's optimized to relieve the symptoms we're experiencing. 
But, you don't have to wait until menopausal symptoms set in to be a candidate. Some women begin BHRT during the premenopausal stage and show positive results.
2. You Have Little to No Interest In Intimacy
Loss of interest in sex/intimacy (libido) is a significant symptom for women entering the premenopausal and menopausal stages. By using BHRT to balance out your hormone levels, you can re-ignite your interest in intimacy-- which is good news for both you and your partner.

3. You're Feeling Extremely Exhausted...A LOT
Do you feel inexplicably tired? Like...really REALLY tired? ALL THE TIME? When your hormone levels are "out of whack", it's possible for it to show up outside of the traditional symptoms.
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Hormones play an essential role in many of the body's processes including metabolism, regulating body temperature, growth and repair. Therefore, having too much or too little of a particular hormone can interrupt those essential processes and directly impact energy levels.  

Hormones also play a huge role in falling asleep and STAYING asleep. If you are tossing and turning throughout the night and waking up constantly, it could  be your hormones!

4. You Have a Family History of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis literally means "porous bones," and it's especially common amongst older females whose estrogen levels have plummeted as a result of menopause. Even if you have not revealed signs of osteoporosis, if you have a household history of the disease, you're most likely at a much higher risk. BHRT can replace lost estrogen to help keep your bones strong and healthy.

5. You're Having Issues Focusing

Often referred to as "brain fog," the inability to focus is a negative side effect of hormone imbalances. Especially during menopause. BHRT can provide your brain with the chemicals it needs to "work" the way it's supposed to.

If you are experiencing any of the symptoms above, consult your primary care physician to see if BHRT might be right for you! For any of you looking for hormone therapy in the Charlotte, NC area: contact Modern Concepts to schedule your free hormone consultation!